October 23–November 10 Manito families and their culture have had a profound impact on the Rocky Mountain West.  Originating in New Mexico, Manito peoples moved throughout the region seeking work.  Following the Manito Trail focuses on their migration into Wyoming and the many ways they influenced the life and culture of the state.  Come learn more about Manitos and the ...

Bring out your creative side by redesigning a book cover for a favorite book. Supplies are provided so all that’s needed is you and your imagination. All book cover creations will be displayed in the library and one will be selected to win a prize. (Teens; Pine Bluffs Branch Library)

Medicare Advantage Plans are new to Wyoming.  You are receiving a lot of advertising on Medicare Advantage Plans.  What are they?  Is a Medicare Advantage Plan the best option for me? What are the true costs of a Medicare Advantage Plan?  What about all of the “extra benefits” that are advertised?  Answers to these questions will be provided. Register through AARP’s ...

Come join us for a potluck dinner and a lively discussion of Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. Please bring a dish to add to the potluck as well as your copy of the book. For more information, please call the Burns Branch Library at 307-547-2249 or visit with staff. (Adults; Burns Branch Library)

Join us for a night of cowboy poetry and Western music! Musician John Lowell and poet Randy Rieman are touring as a duo for the first time, and you won’t want to miss it as they share two sets of stories and songs of the American West. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

School is out and so are our LEGO® bricks! Use them to show off your building talents. Come to the 2nd floor tables and participate in the challenge build of the hour or spin the wheel for an individual challenge. It will be more fun than a bin full of LEGO® bricks! (Children and Families; 2nd Floor)

Join us in celebrating the spirit of Halloween as we read horror writer Grady Hendrix’s The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires. Patricia Campbell is an overwhelmed and disenchanted 90s housewife whose one bright spot in life is the friendships she’s sowed in her true crime book club. Her not-so-idyllic existence is disrupted when a charming stranger moves to ...

Welcome to our program geared specifically toward adults with disabilities. Hey there ghosts and ghoulies, join us for a fang-tastic Halloween party. The library will provide the music and some healthy snacks. You provide your costumes and a favorite spooky dessert. All treats and no tricks for this fun-filled October afternoon. Please bring your staff with you. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

Whether you’re just beginning to anticipate a need, helping coordinate a big move, or taking care of a family member full-time, having a good decision framework will make the process easier. During this session, we will share a framework to help you make plans to care for friends, family members or loved ones. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with ...

Join us as we explore the art and life of Frida Kahlo, a Mexican artist whose work is often associated with the Day of the Dead. We will learn about the artist, talk about her art, and make some art ourselves. Ven a la biblioteca y exploraremos juntos la vida y el arte de Frida Kahlo, una artista mexicana, cuyo ...

Join us as we explore the art and life of Frida Kahlo, a Mexican artist whose work is often associated with the Day of the Dead. We will read a book, talk about an artist’s art, and work on a personal project and a collaborative project that will be displayed in the library. Ven a la biblioteca y exploraremos juntos ...

Join us for a fun evening of Bingo with Halloween themed prizes! (Adults; Burns Branch Library)

Join us to watch a family-friendly movie, just in time for Halloween! We will be showing Coco (PG). Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer Ven a la biblioteca para ver la película de Coco (PG). Coco sigue a Miguel, un joven mexicano ...

5pm—Reception and Silent Auction 6pm—Dinner, followed by the Dessert Dash 7:30pm—Andrew Child and Tasha Alexander It’s the best of both worlds at this year’s Booklovers Bash, with authors Andrew Child and Tasha Alexander! There will be something for everyone when this married couple takes the stage. #1 New York Times® Bestselling Author Andrew Child (aka Andrew Grant) writes the Jack ...

Visit with some adorable, adoptable dogs and cats from Black Dog Animal Rescue, and possibly take one home to join your family! While you are here at the library, you can donate pet food and supplies, learn more about pet care, and fill out adoption papers. (Adults; Cottonwood Room)

It’s time for the annual Skull Manor Costume Ball and you are invited! This old estate in the heart of Spider City is known for its mysterious ambiance and unspeakable history. The townspeople have been scurrying about the streets to get ready for the big night. Rumors of blackmail, thievery, and scandalous controversies have been circulating all year. We hope ...